Composite Technician – RTM & Lay-Up (Contract)

Sumitomo Electric; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Contechs are recruiting for a Composite Technician to join their team at the Rotherham facility on a 6-month contract. The role focuses on manufacturing RTM panels and other composite components in line with approved instructions and specifications.

You will perform lay-up, mould preparation, resin injection and finishing, while preparing materials and tooling for production and development. The position demands meticulous documentation, traceability records and strict adherence to health,

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a composite manufacturing environment.
• Experience of RTM, composite lay-up, mould preparation, or similar composite production processes.
• Ability to work from detailed manufacturing instructions and process specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Experience completing production documentation and traceability records.
• Good understanding of health, safety, and quality procedures within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture RTM panels and composite components in line with approved manufacturing instructions and specifications.
• Carry out composite lay-up, mould preparation, resin injection, and finishing activities.
• Prepare materials, tooling, and equipment for both production and development activities.
• Complete and maintain accurate production, quality, and traceability records.
• Monitor manufacturing processes and report any defects, deviations, or equipment issues.
• Support material, tooling, and process development trials while maintaining a safe and organised working environment.

Skills

RTM experience

Composite lay-up

Mould preparation

Documentation & traceability

Health & safety

Job description

Contechs are recruiting for a Composite Technician to join their team at the Rotherham facility on a 6-month contract. The role focuses on manufacturing RTM panels and other composite components in line with approved instructions and specifications.

You will perform lay-up, mould preparation, resin injection and finishing, while preparing materials and tooling for production and development. The position demands meticulous documentation, traceability records and strict adherence to health,